All about the name WANDER

Meaning, origin, history.

Wander is of German origin, meaning "to walk or roam". It is derived from the Middle High German word 'wanten', which translates to "to wander" or "to stroll". This name was initially used as a surname, indicating someone who traveled frequently or was a messenger. Over time, Wander has evolved into a given name and is now recognized in several European countries.

See also

German
Germany

Popularity of the name WANDER since 1880.

Number of births per year since 1880.

The name Wander has seen fluctuations in popularity with 9 births in 2019, dropping to 5 in 2020 and remaining at that number in 2022, before bouncing back to 8 in 2023. Overall, there have been 27 babies named Wander over these years.